Coñac del Caballo Verde 1904 by Leonetto Cappiello | Vintage Spanish Cognac Advertising Poster

Coñac del Caballo Verde – Iconic Spanish Beverage Advertising by Leonetto Cappiello

Created in 1904 by legendary poster artist Leonetto Cappiello, Coñac del Caballo Verde is a striking vintage advertisement for a Spanish cognac produced by Bodegas Franco-Españolas in Logroño, Rioja. Translating as “Cognac of the Green Horse,” the poster embodies Cappiello’s revolutionary approach to advertising through an unforgettable character, dramatic color contrast, and simplified composition.

An elegant woman dressed entirely in brilliant yellow rides a vivid green horse across a deep midnight-blue background. Her enormous feathered hat and flowing hair sweep backward as she points dramatically into the distance, giving the composition a lively sense of movement and theatrical excitement.

The unusual green horse serves as a powerful visual emblem for the advertised brand. Cappiello frequently created bold, easily recognized figures that consumers could immediately associate with a particular product, helping establish the modern concept of the advertising mascot. Bright yellow typography repeats the cognac’s name above the figure and identifies Bodegas Franco-Españolas of Logroño below.

With its intense green, yellow, and blue palette and unforgettable equestrian imagery, this reproduction makes a commanding statement in a home bar, cocktail lounge, wine cellar, restaurant, dining room, kitchen, office, or sophisticated vintage-inspired interior.

Why Collectors Love This Print

• Created by master poster artist Leonetto Cappiello
• Authentic 1904 Spanish cognac advertisement
• Produced for Bodegas Franco-Españolas of Rioja
• Features Cappiello’s unforgettable green horse
• Elegant woman dressed in brilliant golden yellow
• Dramatic movement and theatrical visual storytelling
• Striking midnight blue, green, and yellow palette
• Early example of the modern advertising mascot
• Ideal for bars, wine cellars, restaurants, and dining rooms
• Distinctive gift for collectors of Spanish wine and spirits art

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Choose an unframed print for flexible presentation or select one of our ready-to-display canvas, framed, or metal options for a finished statement piece.

Artwork Details

• Title: Coñac del Caballo Verde
• Artist: Leonetto Cappiello
• Date: 1904
• Brand Advertised: Coñac del Caballo Verde
• Producer: Bodegas Franco-Españolas
• Location: Logroño, Rioja, Spain
• Product: Spanish cognac and brandy
• Title Translation: “Cognac of the Green Horse”
• Subject: Vintage Spanish beverage advertising
• Style: Belle Époque and early modern advertising art
• Original Format: Color lithographic poster
• Primary Colors: Midnight blue, green, yellow, red, and white
• Origin: Spain

Disclaimer

This artwork is a Museum Grade Reproduction of a Historical advertising poster.

Colors, cropping, scale, and fine details may vary slightly depending on the selected size, material, and display format.

Yesterday’s Posters is not affiliated with or endorsed by Leonetto Cappiello, Coñac del Caballo Verde, Bodegas Franco-Españolas, or any associated historical rights holders or organizations.